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I love making this Street Corn Chicken because it is so simple and full of flavor. The corn mixture comes together in one bowl and bakes right with the chicken. It finishes creamy and bright with lime and chili. This is a dependable oven dinner that works well for busy evenings.
👉For similar flavors you are going to love my Chicken Taco Rice.
Street corn chicken is a baked chicken recipe topped with a creamy corn mixture made from mayo, sour cream, chili powder, and lime juice. The chicken bakes underneath the elote-style topping until tender and fully cooked. This easy oven dinner is ready in under an hour and pairs well with rice and fresh toppings. It is a practical weeknight meal with bold, balanced flavor.
Why you’ll love this recipe…
This is a flavorful dinner without requiring multiple pans. The corn mixture bakes directly over the chicken, keeping it tender. It is easy to serve over rice and adjust with the toppings you prefer.
⏰ Total Time: 55 minutes
🍂 Perfect For: Weeknight dinners, family meals
🛒 Key Ingredients: Chicken breasts, sweet corn, lime juice
🍽️ Servings: 4
🥄 Skill Level: Easy
🧊 Storage: Refrigerator friendly
👉 My Beef Enchilada Soup is another bold dinner that fits into the same weekly plan.
Made With Love,
Table of Contents
- What You’ll Need for Street Corn Chicken
- Full Ingredients List
- Swaps & Substitutions
- About What This Costs
- How to Make Street Corn Chicken
- Street Corn Chicken Variations
- Tips and Tricks
- Recipe FAQs – Street Corn Chicken
- Serving Suggestions
- Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating
- How I Use the Leftovers
- More Great Easy Dinners
- Street Corn Chicken Recipe
What You’ll Need for Street Corn Chicken
- Sweet corn: Forms the creamy topping base.
- Chili powder: Add brightness.
- Chicken breasts: Bake underneath the topping until perfectly tender.
👉 If I want another rice-based dinner that pairs well with toppings, Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet is a good option.
Full Ingredients List
- 2 (15 oz) cans sweet corn, drained
- ¼ cup mayo
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 chicken breasts, about 1½ pounds
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Dash of salt and pepper
🔒 The printable recipe card below includes the full ingredient list and exact amounts — perfect for saving or printing for later.
Swaps & Substitutions
- Use fresh or frozen corn instead of canned.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for extra heat.
- Use chicken thighs in place of breasts.
About What This Costs
Estimated total cost: $12–16
Servings: 4
Estimated cost per serving: About $3–4
This estimate is based on average US grocery prices and may vary depending on location, store, and seasonal pricing.
How to Make Street Corn Chicken
Step 1: In a large bowl, combine drained corn, mayo, sour cream, chili powder, and lime juice. Stir well.
Step 2: Grease a baking dish and place the chicken breasts inside.
Step 3: Season the chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 4: Pour the corn mixture over the chicken.
Step 5: Bake at 350 degrees for 35–45 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked.
Step 6: Serve over white rice with toppings such as queso fresco, tomatoes, or jalapeños if desired.
🔒 The step-by-step instructions are also available in the printable recipe card below — don’t forget to save it for later!
Street Corn Chicken Variations
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top before baking.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Serve in tortillas instead of over rice.
👉 You are going to love my One-Pot Teriyaki Chicken and Rice.
My Pro TipS
Tips and Tricks
- Drain the corn well before mixing.
- Using fresh lime juice brightens the flavor.
- Evenly coating the chicken helps keep it moist.
- Letting it rest briefly makes serving easier.
Recipe FAQs – Street Corn Chicken
Yes, assemble and refrigerate before baking.
Yes, warm gently in the oven or microwave.
It is best enjoyed fresh but can be frozen if needed.
👉 Slow Cooker Beef Stew is another easy freezer-friendly meal.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve over white rice.
- Top with queso fresco.
- Add diced tomatoes and jalapeños.
👉 My Chicken Taco Rice is another dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: Store up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze up to 2 months if needed.
- Reheat: Warm until heated through.
👉 Meatless Chili Mac (Slow Cooker) is a hearty comfort dinner.
How I Use the Leftovers
- Spoon over rice bowls for lunch.
- Wrap in tortillas.
- Serve alongside roasted vegetables.
More Great Easy Dinners
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Street Corn Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 15 oz cans sweet corn, drained
- ¼ cup mayo
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 chicken breasts, about 1½ pounds
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Dash of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Combine drained corn, mayo, sour cream, chili powder, and lime juice in bowl.
- Grease baking dish and add chicken.
- Season chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour corn mixture over chicken.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 35–45 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve over rice with toppings if desired.
Video
Notes
- Drain corn thoroughly before mixing.
- Check internal temperature for doneness.
- Let rest briefly before serving.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This recipe is amazing! The chicken comes out so moist! Thank you!
I saw this on one of your videos and tried it last week. Very tasty. No leftovers.
I made this without chicken as a side dish, we ate it with tortilla chips. It was great!
I tried this recipe last week and found it to be delicious! Thank you for sharing your heart and skills with us!
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Love your recipes. Thank you for sharing.
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